Duke University Press

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Duke University Press supports scholars in doing what they are passionate about: learning, teaching, and effecting positive change in the world. This bold, progressive spirit drives both what and how we publish. Each year we publish about 150 new books, around 60 journals, and multiple digital collections that transform current thinking and move fields forward. Our work supports Duke University’s mission to advance the frontiers of knowledge and contribute to the international community of scholarship.

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Country of Publication & Year Established

United States

Established in 1921

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Audience:

Open to a broad Audience, including: Scholars.

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Styles:

Academic.

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Geography.
History: History of countries/regions.
Humanities.
Lifestyle: Food and Drink.
Literature/Books: Theory/Analysis/Criticism.
Music: Popular music.
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Politics/Political Science: Political theory.
Religion/Spirituality.
Science: See guidelines.
Sexuality/Gender: General, Gender studies, LGBTQ issues.
Social Sciences.
Society/Culture: General, Ethnicity/Race, Social issues, See guidelines.
Sociology.
Technology.
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Media: Text.

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Last Updated: 13 Jul 2026

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